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Thermal imaging roof survey in Sidley, East Sussex
Thermal imaging to find moisture and heat loss patterns in a roof in Sidley, carried out by an experienced roof surveyor. Every survey comes with a written report and photos.
- Patches of heat loss across the roof
- Areas of a flat roof that may hold water
- Damp that repairs haven’t cured
Thermal roof survey in Sidley: what you get
Thermal imaging works best in the right conditions. A sunny day before the survey, a dry roof surface and little wind all help. Rain, wind and cloud can all make the patterns weaker. We’ll discuss the weather with you when booking, and our report notes the conditions and how they affected what we saw. Common reasons to book are cold areas below the roof and patches of heat loss across the roof, across ceilings below the roof, flat roofs and commercial roofs.
Older cottages and houses around Sidley may have little insulation, and some have extensions with their own roofs. A thermal image can show where heat is escaping or where moisture may be trapped, and drone photos show the roof surfaces themselves. Anything that looks like moisture is checked with a meter. Calm, dry weather suits both methods, so the date is set with the forecast in mind.
You can share the report with anyone who needs it: your solicitor, the seller, your insurer, a roofer or the building’s managing agent.
- Where
- Sidley (TN39, TN40)
- Wider area
- East Sussex
- Price
- From £400 inc. VAT
- Report
- Written, with photos, emailed to you
- When we survey
- Monday to Sunday, daytime
- Insurance
- PI and public liability insurance
- Call
- 07833 053749
- Last updated
- 27 October 2026
Tips that help
Getting the most from a thermal roof survey starts before we arrive and carries on afterwards. Tips:
- Don’t climb onto the roof to look for leaks yourself
- Make sure the loft can be reached safely
- Keep the report to compare against after any repair
- Remember the conditions on the day affect the results
If the images suggest moisture that can’t be confirmed, we will say what would help next, for instance electronic leak detection or a roofer opening up a small section.
Watch for new damp patches on ceilings beneath the roof. Catching a leak early stops insulation getting soaked.
What else we do in Sidley
What we look for on each type of roof
GRP fibreglass roofs
GRP roofs are laid over timber boards, so trapped moisture can affect the deck. The camera can help show where to look.
Loft insulation
Insulation frequently gets moved during work in the loft. The camera can show where it no longer covers the ceiling.
For landlords and managing agents
If the property is let, the agent or a tenant can let us in. We survey on any day of the week, which helps when tenants work during the week.
Where a roof is shared: we need access agreed with whoever owns or manages the building. Mention it when you get in touch and we will plan the survey around it.
What affects the price in Sidley
To price your survey, we look at:
- Extra roofs, like extensions, dormers or garages
- The use of thermal imaging or a drone
- The roof’s overall size
- The package you choose: Basic, Standard or Premium
Prices start from £400, including VAT. The final price depends on how big and how high the roof is, access and which survey you book.
Booking your survey
Before you get in touch, it helps to have:
- Any deadline, such as an exchange date
- Access details, such as a loft hatch or a shared roof
- The address and postcode of the property
- What made you get in touch
Not sure which survey you need? It’s easiest to phone 07833 053749 or send us an email and describe the roof and what’s worrying you. We will talk you through the options and what they cost.
What happens on the day
We will ask a few questions first, such as when any problem began and what work has been done before. Then the inspection itself takes about 1–2 hours for most homes, plus time to check any thermal findings with moisture readings. Homes around Sidley often have gardens on more than one side, which gives us room to step back and see the roof. Let us know if any side is fenced off or hard to reach. The loft, where there is safe access, completes the picture.
- You tell us about the roof and any damp, leaks or cold rooms.
- We check the conditions and note how they may affect the images.
- We inspect the roof and take thermal images during the same visit.
- Moisture readings are used to check what the camera shows.
- You get the report the same day, with an in-person consultation to follow.
How to prepare
- Make sure the loft hatch can be reached
- Have any questions written down, so nothing gets missed
- Check pets are kept safely away
Getting a price
Photos help, if you have them. Pictures from the ground or a window are fine; never climb up to get a better view. To get started, ring 07833 053749 or drop us an email.
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FAQs for Sidley
Is Sidley in the area you cover?
Yes, Sidley is one of the places we work. Every survey there gets the same written report with photos.
How do I find out if my home in Sidley is listed?
Check Historic England’s online list first, then ask the council about conservation areas and any Article 4 direction. It matters most if you’re planning to re-roof in a different material.
How long will you be at the property?
It normally takes about 1–2 hours for a house, with bigger or more complicated roofs taking longer. The report follows by email.
Do I need to be at home?
That depends on the survey. For inside areas and the loft space, someone has to give us access.
Does the report include photographs?
Yes. The report includes photographs of what we found, so you can see exactly what each finding refers to.
Do you carry professional indemnity insurance?
Our cover is professional indemnity plus public liability, and details are available on request.
Which survey includes thermal imaging?
Thermal imaging is included in our Premium Survey, from £400. That also includes a full inspection, a drone inspection where applicable, structural analysis and a same-day report.
Flying and imaging in Sidley
Sidley is within about 2 miles of the coast. Thermal imaging works best after a sunny day, with a dry roof surface and little wind, so the date is chosen with the forecast in mind. If your survey includes the drone, the flight is checked against the Drone Safety Map first.
Anyone responsible for a site like All Saints Church of England Primary School will know that a drone or thermal camera can show a large roof in a single visit. If you run a hotel or guest house in or near Sidley, a roof problem can mean rooms out of use, so it pays to find faults before guests do. For an older house near a landmark such as Church of All Saints, older roofs can be steep and hard to see from the street, which is where close-up aerial shots and thermal images help.
Sidley is about 1 mile north of Bexhill-on-Sea, in East Sussex. Wherever you are in Sidley, we can carry out thermal roof surveys at your property. Sidley is one of the places in East Sussex where we work for thermal roof surveys. For surveys nearby, see our Brighton page.
Thermal roof surveys in TN39 and TN40 are booked the same way as anywhere else. If you need a thermal roof survey at a property on Mayo Lane, Bank Road and North Road or anywhere close by, we can help. Main roads around Sidley include the A2691. Other places close to Sidley include Bexhill-on-Sea (1 mile south), Watermill (1 mile north), Lunsford's Cross (2 miles north-west), Russell's Green (3 miles north-west) and Hooe Common (3 miles west). Further out, we also cover Eastbourne (9 miles south-west), Hastings (4 miles east), Hailsham (9 miles west), St Leonards (4 miles east), Polegate (10 miles west) and Hastings Old Town (5 miles east).
Near you in Sidley
Around Sidley, our work takes us to homes and buildings near The New Inn, Bexhill High Academy and Egerton Park and the streets around them. The nearest railway station is Bexhill station, roughly 1.4 miles south of the centre. Nearby you’ll also find Bexhill Hospital (0.7 miles south) and Bexhill Costume And Social History Museum (1.2 miles south). Not far away are Senlac Hill and Gillham Wood.
When you need someone else
No survey can tell you everything, and we’d rather be clear about that before you book. Keep these in mind:
- A formal energy assessment
- Structural calculations, which need a structural engineer
- Hidden layers that need to be opened up to check
If you’re not sure which survey you need, phone 07833 053749 or use the contact form and we’ll give you a straight answer. What our survey covers.
What we check
- Pitched roof slopes
- Flat roofs
- Ceilings below the roof
- Commercial roofs
- Insulated roof spaces
- Loft conversions